June 16 - June 20, 2025
$3.57
June 23 - 27, 2025
$3.77
Current
$3.78
Overview & Projections
Reefer tender rejection rates reached a three-year high of 12% at the end of last week, with the market tightening further into the first week of July. Texas, California, and the Southeast remain the tightest markets, with Texas experiencing rate spikes near Lubbock and in the Northeast region close to Arkansas, while South Texas maintains beneficial capacity levels. Strong communication and working with reliable carriers, even at higher costs, are crucial during this period. Post-holiday capacity tends to stay tighter until mid-July when typical market trends resume.
Arizona
Isn’t forecasted to be too strenuous. Produce areas will call for more coverage but better than expected.
California (Northern)
Produce shipments will remain in full swing. Multi-picks and teams heading to the East Coast will cost a premium.
California (Southern)
Carriers will be more particular as most drivers want to head home. Highest rates of the season will occur this week.
Carolinas
The Carolinas are also limited. South Carolina rates are up statewide. Capacity within North Carolina is spotty. Western parts are restricted.
Eastern United States
Anticipate Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey to follow suit. Costs will rise on the East Coast throughout the week.
Florida (Northern)
All parts will present challenges. If possible, previously partnered carriers are worth paying more. Spot carriers in a tight market can cause turbulence.
Florida (Southern)
Availability is progressing as volumes wane. Even noticing positivity to Central Florida.
Georgia
All parts will present challenges. If possible, previously partnered carriers are worth paying more. Spot carriers in a tight market can cause turbulence.
Idaho
Similar to Washington and Oregon. Wouldn’t expect anything too demanding until weekend shipments come into play.
Midwest
Western Michigan, Central Indiana and Northern Wisconsin are tighter. Ohio, is slightly improving in Southern spots.
New York
Upstate New York in Buffalo and Syracuse is moderately tight. Hudson Valley is a better market with more availability.
Washington/Oregon
Decent coverage to begin the week then becomes more volatile Thursday and Friday.
Texas
Dallas and Houston remain limited. Rates are rising near Lubbock and Texarkana. South Texas is maintaining coverage.
Contact Us
Corey Robertson
Associate Director of Business Development
coreyrobertson@efsolutions.com
Will Crosby
Associate Director of National Sales
willcrosby@EFSolutions.com
Cody Burcher
National Account Sales
codyburcher@EFSolutions.com
Steve Farmer
National Account Sales
stevefarmer@EFSolutions.com
Huston Evans
National Account Sales
hustonevans@EFSolutions.com
Ryan Roth
National Account Sales
ryanroth@EFSolutions.com
Rod Lewis
Business Development
rodlewis@efsolutions.com
Trevor Robbins
Business Development
trevorrobbins@efsolutions.com
